Review of Wild Marmalade, Sydney Opera House, October 19 The primal didge and drums improvisation of Wild Marmalade had the crowd dancing and swaying from one climactic moment to another last Wednesday night at the Opera House. Didgeridoo maestro, Si Mullumby, combined with no fewer than four percussionists, an indigenous didgeridoo player and guitarist […]
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Another Tuesday, another awesome Drive session. We started with a somber tone (after some technical mishaps) on a discussion about the recent report by Amnesty International that has put the issues surrounding our treatment of refugees back into the public sphere. David talked with the Australian Refugee Coordinator Dr Graham Thom about some of the […]
The Other Art Fair Founder, Ryan Stanier, is my guest today. Founded by Ryan Stanier in 2011, The Other Art Fair is a pioneering platform for emerging artistic talent that has since seen 14 editions presented in London, Bristol and Sydney, with artworks offered for sale from as little as $100. For the 15th edition, 100 Australian […]
Quentin Kenihan, my guest today, is living proof that superheroes don’t need capes, just the right attitude! Quentin’s “warts and all” memoir is a story to inspire others to “try and live a happy and good life” and to chase their dreams. Not All Superheroes Wear Capes reveals how Quentin has faced the many extraordinary […]
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Reviewed by Hannah Heseding “The Tenth Man”, a movie by Daniel Burman, is a story of identity, of coming home and of struggling to reconnect with one’s religious and cultural values. After years away from home and living in New York City, Ariel, a middle-aged man from Argentina, decides to fly home to El Once, an old Jewish neighborhood […]
“Bandaluzia is winning high praise for its unique Australian interpretation of the powerful music and dance form….with their thrilling blend of passion and virtuosity” – Gabrielle Wilder, SMH After recently performing at The Adelaide International Guitar Festival BANDALUZIA FLAMENCO return to VENUE 505 SYDNEY. Featuring special guest flamenco dance legend Jonny Tedesco, flamenco dancer Jessica Statham […]
Fans of big trucks and high-powered vehicles rejoice – Monster Jam® is heading back to Australia in 2016, with up to five brand new trucks and drivers and even more super-charged moto-tainment providing a unique sensory experience like no other. General public tickets for the world’s premiere of Monster Jam – Expect the Unexpected are […]
This week I have a special edition of Jazz Made In Australia which has been produced in anticipation of the Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival, taking place this year from the 2-13 November. The Festival was established in 2012 to create an annual world class festival with an emphasis on Women in Jazz. It presents […]
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On Saturday 12th November, the Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival will head to the Powerhouse Museum for a day of music and discovery. The day will start with a Women in Jazz talk, looking into the place of females in jazz and how they manage to find their way in an industry strongly marked by male […]
Canadian singer/songwriter Matt Andersen has enjoyed a busy 2016. His latest album Honest Man, released back in February, received much critical acclaim and led to extensive tours in the US and Canada where he performed headline shows alongside numerous festival appearances. With over 10 million views on YouTube, a 2013 European Blues Award, and winning […]
In this podcast, David talks to Dr Graham Thom, refugee coordinator for Amnesty International Australia. They discuss a recent report made by Amnesty International about the state of the refugees held indefinitely at Nauru, and the responses that have come from both the Australian and Nauruan governments. David and Graham delve into what has become a touchy […]